Redskins release DE Ricky Jean Francois

The Washington Redskins announced the release of defensive end Ricky Jean Francois.

This is a notable move. Jean Francois was brought to Washington in 2015 by former general manager Scot McCloughan to be a leader in the locker room as much as to shore up the defensive line. Well-liked by his teammates as well as the press, the veteran was voted last season’s Media Good Guy.

Jean Francois was drafted by McCloughan while the GM was with the San Francisco 49ers in 2009, spent four years there and then two years with the Indianapolis Colts before coming to D.C.

In the two years he was in Washington, Jean Francois logged 3.5 sacks, two passes defended and 26 tackles. His release will save $3 million against the cap.